MANILA, Philippines — Foreigners who will defy rules imposed during the enhanced community quarantine period may face arrest or deportation since the ECQ protocols in the country are not exclusive for Filipinos, the Bureau of Immigration (BI) stressed Tuesday. Aliens who disregard the law may face deportation,” he said in a statement. 11469 or the Bayanihan to Heal as One Act which states that foreign offenders of the ECQ rules shall be penalized and deported. “Aliens who blatantly disregard our laws, especially during this critical period, [will] not only face criminal charges but also immigration deportation cases as well. The BI chief said foreigners who violate ECQ rules do not only show disrespect to the country’s laws but also pose risks to the health of other people.

Source: Philippine Daily Inquirer April 28, 2020 03:00 UTC